Amavi 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon

WINEMAKER NOTES SMELLS LIKE:  baking spices, vanilla bean, violets, dark chocolateTASTES LIKE:  black cherry, caramel, blackberry compote, dried herbsMOUTHFEEL:  rich mid-palate, velvety tannin structure, bright acidityDRINK WITH:  beef & mushroom stroganoff, ginger-sesame fried tofu, gouda THE 2018 VINTAGE The 2018 growing season kicked off with a nice, even spring. July brought in hotter temperatures, as well as some smoke from surrounding fires. But by the second week of August, the weather cooled off considerably to usher in one of the most ideal ripening seasons in recent history. September brought beautiful, mild weather, offering the fruit several extra weeks to hang during long, sun-filled fall days. Harvest wrapped up on October 15th, producing wines that are balanced with great fruit expression. A harvest to remember, indeed! VITICULTURE 100% estate, sustainably farmedFounding member of VINEA WINE SPECIFICS VARIETALS: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Fra